TdF Day 27 - The Camargue

The day dawned bright and chilly, but warmed to a perfect autumn day. Gail felt well enough for a drive south of Arles to the flat wetland area at the mouth of the Rhone called the Camargue. It is the home of flocks of Flamingo and other waterbirds; and is also associated with beef cattle, bulls and the special white horses that roam the area and are used by the local cowboys. There is a strong Spanish influence and many vineyards.
We headed to the coastal resort town of Saintes-Maries del-la-mer. The beaches were at least sand, but pathetic by our standards. The town was simply crammed with restaurants specializing in local beef and seafood. We had to have the Paella for lunch. Seafood and a glass of Deutz champagne for Gaily had her feeling better.
Next stop was the medieval walled town of Aigues-Mortes which proved to be a really nice place. The 13th century wall is intact around the old town, and unlike Carcassonne, it was not full of tacky shops selling plastic swords etc.
Time for a little wine tasting and purchase before returning home for an excellent meal in a new local - a fuller day than expected.